Principal Technical Designer (Game Design)

TL;DR

Principal Technical Designer (Game Design): Creating and implementing complex, technical, and systemic design elements for games with an accent on technical feasibility, data optimization, and advanced debugging. Focus on prototyping gameplay features, overseeing design tools, and defining best practices within a multidisciplinary production team.

Location: Hybrid in Montreal, Canada (minimum 3 days a week in office)

Company

hirify.global is a global leader in gaming, creating original and memorable gaming experiences.

What you will do

• Create and implement complex technical and systemic design elements for game features.
• Act as a technical expert, overseeing tools, documentation, and defining best practices.
• Participate in data optimization, validation, and advanced debugging throughout production.
• Prototype gameplay features and perform production tasks within game and level design.
• Provide regular feedback on tools and methods, and test new features and tools.

Requirements

• 8 years of experience in game or level design with a technical focus.
• Ability to understand and communicate in technical language and clearly express ideas.
• Solid analysis and problem-solving skills with a user-oriented spirit.
• Curiosity for understanding how things work.

Nice to have

• Experience with various game engines and platforms.
• Experience with a range of 2D/3D design software programs.
• Experience in programming/scripting.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working policy with a hybrid model.
• Emphasis on in-person interaction and collaboration.
• Minimum 3 days a week in the office, with 2 days working from home.

Hiring process

• Submit your CV highlighting education, experience, and skills.
• Provide samples of your work (attach files or send a link to your demo reel or online portfolio).